The biggest problem for all phone manufacturers is device autonomy. Each year, the performance improves, the resolution of the displays increases, the thickness of the gadgets decreases, but the autonomy remains at about the same level. It is not uncommon for Xiaomi redmi, note and mi phones to run out of battery quickly. In this article, we will try to figure out how you can programmatically increase the life of your Xiaomi and what to do if your gadget starts to discharge faster.

Reasons for fast discharge

• Non-original charging unit. If you are using a non-original charger, it may well cause the battery to drain quickly.
• The charging cable can be a cause too, especially if it's a low-quality and cheap fake.
• Non-original battery, as it turned out, some sellers sell Xiaomi smartphones with non-original batteries, they have a lower capacity and are discharged 2 times faster.
• Bad firmware is a very common reason for a drop in the autonomy of the device, it can be either a crooked custom or an unsuccessful update from the manufacturer.
• Incorrect device configuration. A large number of hidden processes take place in a smartphone, even when you are not using it, as a result of which the smartphone constantly pumps up something from the Internet, which leads to low autonomy.
• Network quality. If you are far from a cell tower (for example, outside the city), then the smartphone needs to spend more energy to maintain the network, and if it periodically loses connection, the battery will drain very quickly.

Battery saving settings

If the media server is using a lot of power

A common problem on Android devices is the overuse of battery power by the Media Server process. Periodically, the media server scans the device's memory to find media content.

Quite often, he simply cannot read any file, mainly it concerns files on the external memory, thus there is a constant scanning, which makes the phone run out faster. You can check this by disconnecting the external memory from the device for a while, with a further check of the battery consumption statistics. There are several ways to solve this problem once and for all:

1. If it's about external memory (microSD), then initially you need to connect the card to the computer and check it for errors and bad sectors.
2. Install the ID3Fixer program, it will help to fix the distorted ID3 tags, select the windows-1251 (Cyrillic) encoding for all music files.
3. If the previous option did not help, then install the Xposed Media Scanner Optimizer program, which will help disable scanning of media files if you uncheck certain checkboxes.

Increased consumption after flashing

If, after installing a new firmware, you notice increased power consumption, then there may be two reasons for this:

If you are ready for anything for the sake of additional autonomy, then you should apply the following methods:

1. Turn off the weather and remove the weather clock;
2. You should not install third-party themes, many of them have poor optimization, as a result of which errors appear in the work. Use the standard theme from the developer, change only the wallpaper to update the interface;
3. If you use the standard gmail program for mail, then do not enable automatic synchronization of POP or IMAP accounts for mail and yandex mailboxes. The point is that if at the time of synchronization of mail you lost connection with the mobile Internet, the synchronization server freezes and can use the radio module for up to 4 hours, which will greatly drain your battery;
4. Do not activate the MIUI and Xiaomi services, if they are already active, then you can freeze them through the Titanium Backup program, unless of course you are using them.

Battery charging problems are common. When buying a gadget, you may notice that it is usually charged at 30-80%. This charge is supported for a reason, but because it is the most optimal for a smartphone. In this article, we'll look at how to properly charge your new Xiaomi phone and what you don't need to do to make the battery last a little longer.

New lithium ion and lithium polymer batteries do not need to be pre-calibrated, and they do not need to be discharged to 0 and charged to 100% the first three times ( this can be done after a while, more on that below). However, new gadgets also have problems with power consumption. It happens that after buying a battery it holds a charge for quite a long time, and after a month of operation, its battery life drops significantly. This is due to improper charging of the phone, unnecessary loads and many other factors.

Why does my smartphone battery drain so quickly?

This question is general in nature, and it concerns not only Xiaomi phones. The battery on old phones drained as quickly as on your new ones, only now smartphones consume a lot more power. This is because we use them every day, anytime, anywhere, which is why they have so many useful applications and functions.

It's all about background apps that can't be disabled. This is the Android system itself, and a modern phone will last no more than 1-2 days (with constant use), and this will be considered the norm. But due to the deterioration of the battery, this indicator will decrease, as a result of which you will begin to sin on the phone itself, but it would be necessary for you to misuse the device.

Below in the pictures you can see an example of using the battery on mine. The data was taken after charging.

Applications

As you can see, the largest percentage of consumption is taken up by voice calls, your situation may be different. These data do not show the whole picture, but roughly you can see who "eats" the largest supply.

For most phone owners, the Android system itself consumes about 40% of the battery.

Correct battery setting

There is a myth that the battery of a new phone needs to be discharged to zero, and then charged to 100%... However, it is not. This technology worked well on older devices. On the new Xiaomi, electrochemical cells are installed that work in a different way. In simple words, the power controller connected to the board is responsible for charging the battery, and when it reaches 100%, it will protect your battery from the network, even when charging is on.

For modern smartphones, the optimal solution would be to keep the indicator at an average level without completely discharging and completely filling the battery. Such extreme conditions can damage or reduce its service life.

Attention! This is not a battery calibration, this is a power controller test for a new phone. It is not necessary to do it, there are no side effects. Decide for yourself.

On the first charge after purchase, please do the following:

1. We charge the switched off smartphone immediately after purchase. It should remain connected to the power source even after the indicator is completely filled, for at least 12 hours (it is best to put it overnight).
2. Disconnect it from the network.
3. We turn on the phone and in a working state we charge it for an hour.
4. Disconnect the charging wire and turn off Xiaomi.
5. After five minutes, connect the already switched off device to the power supply.
6. We charge within an hour.
7. We turn it on and use it.

This manual was tested on my Xiaomi Mi 5, Redmi 4X and Redmi 5 Plus immediately after purchase.

How to properly charge a new Xiaomi phone, or extend the life of the battery

Below I will share 5 of the most important tips to help you extend your smartphone battery life. It is these in these recommendations that most experts agree.

Modern smartphones charge quite quickly, and when connected to the mains for a long time, they deteriorate faster. This is especially important for models with batteries older than a year. Therefore, the device should not be left overnight.

Better leave your phone next to you while you are working or doing something else, so you control the charging process. All the same, your Xiaomi will eat no more than 3-5%, even if it remains in standby mode all night.

Always use the original charger

Absolutely any smartphone manufacturers recommend using their original charger. It's not even a marketing move, it all depends on the current strength of the charging itself. The new models are increasingly using the "fast charge" mode. And for Quick Charge to run correctly - use only "native" power supplies.

What to do if the original charger is broken

Before buying an original charger, you can use any other analog. It is important to note that the power supply must be identical in characteristics to the native one.

Whenever possible, try not to use third-party cables or blocks. It is better to buy a new charger from an authorized seller in your area (order on Aliexpress from a trusted seller) than to risk your device.

Don't overheat your phone

Even if you want to play a hard game, remember that if the phone overheats, it can affect the battery as well, the consequences will not appear immediately, but over time you will notice the loss of charge much faster than before.

The normal temperature of a smartphone should be between 35-38 degrees. Thanks to the craftsmen from Xiaomi, their smartphones are equipped with a built-in thermometer and antivirus. You can immediately check the heating of the device through the settings, and even cool it down (by resetting active applications).

Do I need to charge my smartphone to 100% and discharge to 0%

As we mentioned above, magic numbers 100 and 0 No! It is recommended to keep modern touchscreen phones at a level of 10-90% of the charge, and then there will be no problems with battery wear.

To avoid damaging the battery initially, follow the instructions above. For prevention purposes, you need to calibrate once a month: it is worth completely discharging your battery to 0%, and then, in the off state, charge it to 100%.

Frequently asked questions and answers to them

Is fast charging effective?

The new Xiaomi has a fast charging function. It is believed that it is harmful to the battery, but it is not. If your smartphone has such a function, then you can safely use it. But you should not resort to it too often, since the battery can get used to it, and then, in normal mode, the indicator will take longer to fill. Tested on Xiaomi Mi5.

Is Power Bank harmful?

Some people like to use special devices for mobile charging of the smartphone anywhere. This will not only allow you to comfortably fill the battery without being attached to sockets, but will also allow you to calmly recharge Xiaomi during a long trip. PowerBank does not harm your phone battery, you can use it an unlimited number of times.

Why can the charge indicator start to lie?

This situation can actually happen. At the same time, the device usually shows more power than it really is. This is due to incorrect charging. If you fill the phone battery all the time only for a small amount, the gadget will change the indicator data, calculating them from the new discharge parameters. To remove this problem once a month, you need to completely plant Xiaomi, and then charge it to 100%.

Video instruction

If used correctly, your smartphone will serve you for many years. Please follow the helpful guidelines below.

1. Do not expose touchscreen phones to extremely cold temperatures. Normal workflow can be carried out up to -20 degrees, some a little more, some a little less.
2. Try not to carry your Xiaomi in your pockets while wearing outerwear. This can adversely affect the operation of various components, as well as exposure to direct sunlight in summer, in hot weather.
3. Xiaomi recommends keeping track of your phone's charge, and when it reaches 19-10 percent, put it on charge, this will double the number of charge cycles.
4. If your model supports QC 3.0 and 4.0 and you constantly use this technology, it is better to sometimes charge the device in the usual way.

If after reading our article you still have doubts, misunderstandings, questions, or you would like to share useful additional information - write in the comments or in our chat on the @mifaq_chat telegram. Long service to all of your Xiaomi!

Suddenly, I began to quickly lose battery power. Our MIUI customization tips will help you solve the problem of fast discharge and increase the autonomy of your Mi-smartphone, let's go!

Disable unnecessary applications

If your smartphone has a lot of different applications and most of them are added to "autostart", this can negatively affect the autonomy of the device. To increase the operating time of your Mi-smartphone, simply remove unnecessary applications from autostart. To do this, follow the instructions below: Security> Permission> Autoplay and disable unnecessary applications.

Activate Power Save Mode

Fortunately, the MIUI system is already equipped with a built-in energy saving mode. To activate the function, go to Safety> Battery saving... After activating Battery Saver, processes such as syncing with the cloud, background processes and other activities that consume a lot of battery power will be monitored. Also in this menu, you can schedule the inclusion of the battery saving mode at certain intervals.

Disable automatic updates

Background app updates can quickly drain your battery, especially if you have more than 50 different apps installed on your smartphone. To prevent loss of battery, turn off automatic app updates.

Identify the most important applications

Define the most important applications for yourself, prohibit the rest of the background activity using the MIUI settings. Go to Battery & Performance> Manage Apps> Select Apps and configure here which programs should work in the background and which should not.

Leave only the notifications you want

Notifications on the lock screen about incoming SMS, from social networks, mail and instant messengers are extremely important for users. But, for example, a notification from a game with a call to play it for a couple of minutes is already superfluous. In MIUI, you can customize which apps can send you notifications and which can't.

Follow the next chain Security> Notifications & Status Bar> App Notifications and leave only the ones you need. It will also help you save a lot of your battery power.

What to do if your Xiaomi phone suddenly starts to lose battery power quickly. Further tips for setting up MIUI will help you solve the problem of fast discharge and increase the autonomy of your Mi-smartphone!

Disable unnecessary applications

If your smartphone has a lot of different applications and most of them are added to "autostart", this can negatively affect the autonomy of the device. To increase the operating time of your Mi-smartphone, simply remove unnecessary applications from autostart. To do this, follow the instructions below: Security> Permission> Autostart and disable unnecessary applications.

Activate Power Save Mode

Fortunately, the MIUI system is already equipped with a built-in energy saving mode. To activate the feature, go to Security> Battery saver. After activating Battery Saver, processes such as syncing with the cloud, background processes and other activities that consume a lot of battery power will be monitored. Also in this menu, you can schedule the inclusion of the battery saving mode at certain intervals.

Disable automatic updates

Background app updates can quickly drain your battery, especially if you have more than 50 different apps installed on your smartphone. To prevent loss of battery, turn off automatic app updates.
Identify the most important applications

Define the most important applications for yourself, prohibit the rest of the background activity using the MIUI settings. Go to Battery and performance> Application management> Select applications and configure here which programs should run in the background and which should not.
Leave only the notifications you want


Notifications on the lock screen about incoming SMS, from social networks, mail and instant messengers are extremely important for users. But, for example, a notification from a game with a call to play it for a couple of minutes is already superfluous. In MIUI, you can customize which apps can send you notifications and which can't.
Go to the following chain Security> Notifications and Status Bar> App notifications and leave only the ones you need. It will also help you save a lot of your battery power.

Today, manufacturers are releasing more and more smartphones, the characteristics of which include the fast charging function. Let's figure out what it is and find out how to enable fast charging on Xiaomi.

Quick Charge is a feature that allows you to spend much less time charging your smartphone than before. At the same time, the battery life is not reduced, and the user spends much less time on charging and is not "tied to an outlet" as before. Let's find out if your new Xiaomi Mi5 has fast charging and can be used.

Correct fast charging: what you need

Nothing but a standard charger. There is no need to turn it on separately either, because it was initially activated in Xiaomi smartphones, in the characteristics of which the line is written "Quick Charge"... You only need a regular original charger for your gadget. What is the principle of its work? In the transmission of a higher voltage than it was previously in charging.

However, you should be careful: you cannot use such chargers with outdated phones that do not support QC. This threatens to overheat and even fire the smartphone battery. But even if this does not happen, then you will not notice the difference between charging with a regular cable and a Quick Charge cable due to the fact that the phone itself is not prepared for accelerated power generation, and the battery has never been charged in this way.

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Will there be consequences

We have heard many times the fears of smartphone owners that the Quick Charge function literally destroys the smartphone's battery, and that it is especially dangerous to charge when the phone is turned off. We hasten to assure you that this is not the case. A huge number of scientists have worked on the development of this technology. Several tens of hundreds of different types of tests were carried out in laboratories, as a result of which Quick Charge was created in the form in which we have it today.

Many Russian and foreign research publications are already talking about the fact that soon mobile devices will be charged almost instantly from 0% to 100%. Believe it or not - everyone's personal business, but still it is unlikely that such a volume of work is aimed precisely at deliberately destroying the batteries of your smartphones. Therefore, you can safely charge your devices without fear of premature battery failure. Use it without worrying about anything.

Conclusion

If we compare the first and the latest line of smartphones with accelerated charging, then you can see a significant difference, because with each new model our gadgets charge faster and faster. For example, recent tests showed that using Quick Charge 3.0 technology, the phone charged from 0% to 60% in 30 minutes. The capabilities of the next generation of Quick Charge 4.0 are even more impressive: after charging for 5 minutes, the device will be able to work up to five hours inclusive, even though the indicator will show a small percentage of charge. This is achieved due to the fact that the phone itself turns off the least important functions of the device, such as menu animation and data synchronization with the cloud, and also turns off the high brightness of the display. And this is not the limit. Great, isn't it?